WSET2 - Chapter 10 - Sauvignon Blanc Flashcards
Is Sauvignon Blanc aromatic?
Yes
What is the flavor profile of a Sauvignon Blanc
Green Fruit and Vegetable (gooseberry, elderflower, bell pepper and asparagus)
What climates grow Sauvignon Blanc?
Cool and Moderate
Most Sauvignon Blancs have oak/no oak
no oak
Those aged in oak are from ____ regions and the oak adds (2 flavors)
Moderate climate
Oak can add flavours of toast and spice (vanilla, liquorice)
SB is _____ in body with ____ acidity and usually dry or sweet?
medium, high, dry
What blend is Sauternes?
Semilion and Sauvignon Blanc
What two areas in France grow premium SB?
Loire Valley and Bordeaux
A SB grown in Bordeaux is always blended with what grape?
Semillon
What does Semillon add to SB?
The ability to age, as well as body
What does SB add to Semillon?
Aromatic fruit and acidity
What are two Bordeaux white areas that produce blended SB that age well?
Pessac-Leognan AC and Graves AC
What flavors develop in premium white Bordeaux?
Honey and toast
What is a classic region for SB in New Zealand?
Marlborough
What is the IGP designation for SB from Loire?
Val de Loire